Atropsocus
Mockford, 1993
common barklice
Atropsocus is a of in the , established by Mockford in 1993. It contains a single described , A. atratus. Members of this genus are small, that inhabit bark and foliage surfaces, feeding on microflora such as lichens, , and fungal spores.
Pronunciation
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Identification
As a with a single described (A. atratus), identification relies on distinguishing A. atratus from other . Specific diagnostic characters for the genus have not been detailed in widely accessible sources. The genus is placed in Psocidae based on patterns and typical of the .
Habitat
Bark and foliage surfaces, typical of in the .
Diet
Feeds on microflora including lichens, , and fungal spores, consistent with documented habits of .
Ecological Role
Contributes to by consuming and fragmenting microflora on surfaces.
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Taxonomic status
The is , containing only A. atratus. The authorship is Mockford, 1993.